PASS THAT COLESLAWWritten by Arleen M. Kaptur
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2 cups sugar 1/2 cup cider vinegar 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. celery seed 1 tsp. mustard seed 1/2 tsp. fresh tarragon, chopped (Optional) Combine vegetables in a bowl (cabbage, celery, onion, bell pepper, 1/2 of chopped parsley). In another bowl, combine sugar, vinegar, salt, celery seed, mustard seed, and tarragon, if using. Stir well to dissolve sugar completely. Pour dressing over combined vegetables, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or preferably overnight. When serving, sprinkle remaining parsley on top. ***** PICNIC SLAW 1 head green cabbage, shredded 1/4 cup chopped white onion 1/4 cup finely chopped red/green bell pepper 1/4 cup shredded carrot 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup spicy ketchup 1/3 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup chopped parsley Combine sugar, ketchup, and vinegar in a pan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. Pour this dressing over shredded cabbage. Combine gently but thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator for 3-4 hours. When serving, sprinkle with parsley for garnish. *****
Arleen Kaptur has written numerous articles, cookbooks, and the novel: SEARCHING FOR AUSTIN JAMES Websites: http://www.arleenssite.com http://www.Arleens-RusticLiving.com http://topica.com/lists/simpleliving http://www.webspawner.com/users/rusticliving
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SO HOW DO I GET RID OF THEM? To clear infestation is a long and tedious process, but it does work. First invest in a metal headlice comb, available at most chemists and a bottle of hair conditioner (any make or price). Wet hair thoroughly and rub all over with conditioner. Using metal comb, comb right from scalp to very ends of hair. Wipe comb with tissue and throw tissue away, or hold comb under a running tap (The lice cannot crawl back up drain). Work through hair in sections all around head, paying special attention to above ears and back of neck(warm spots). Repeat this process every 2 - 3 days for three weeks, by which time they should be gone. If you are still pulling nits or lice out, continue until they are cleared. HOW DO I CLEAN COMBS AND BRUSHES? Pull off any hairs or debris, then clean teeth using a needle or something sharp. Sterilize in boiling water. As brushes and combs are fairly inexpensive, you could replace them if you wish to do so. SHALL I WASH THE BEDDING? This will not get rid of any lice. Give bedding a good shake(outside) then vacuum bedding and matress. WHAT ABOUT FURNITURE AND CARPETS? Again, a good vacuuming. SHALL I THROW THE SOFT TOYS AWAY? No. As a precaution, you could seal them in a plastic bag for three weeks. After that, any lice will be dead. WHAT IF THEY COME BACK AGAIN? Then you'll have to repeat process. IS THERE ANYTHING I CAN DO TO STOP MY CHILD CATCHING HEADLICE? Only a few things - Don't let them share hats, combs or towels. If your child has long hair, tie it up for school (kids love to huddle together). If your child has headlice, you MUST check all other family members and treat them if necessary. ARE LICE HARMFUL? NO! Although they're an unpleasant nuisance, lice are not harmful.
I am a 42 year old housewife with 3 children, aged 16, 13 and 10, living in the U.K.
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